98 nursery lead practitioner jobs found

Lead Early Years Practitioner Acorn Early Years – Brafield Nursery  Full-time / Permanent If you are offered a Lead  EYP role, you will receive a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. Are you an experienced Early Years Practitioner looking to take the next step in your career? Acorn Early Years at Brafield  is seeking a passionate and motivated Early Years Lead Practitioner to support high-quality practice and develop leadership skills within our setting. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys being a positive role model, supporting colleagues, and working closely with senior staff while continuing to provide outstanding care and education for children.   About Acorn Early Years – Brafield Established in 1997, this small and friendly nursery is situated in the village of Brafield-on-the-Green. It is in an idyllic setting, a quiet location on the edge of the village, next to the church....

At Caring Kindergartens, children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are currently looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a fairy godmother one day to firefighter the next, no two days are ever the same.  For this role, you will need a Level 3 qualification in childcare, be dedicated to your career progression and have the understanding that all children are unique and how their achievements should be celebrated whilst they are made to feel cherished and well cared for. Duties To lead a team and act as key worker for a group of children –observing, recording and assessing their progress and development through the use of observations supported with photographic evidence; To develop high quality interactions with children, to build on and extend their thinking and learning; To plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of play experiences that promotes children’s physical, intellectual and emotional development;...

🌟Maternity Leave Cover for Nursery Manager – Exciting opportunity to manage an Outstanding nursery!  🌟 Naturally Learning | Level 3+ Qualified Maternity Cover – Nursery Manager (Falmouth) In this role, you’ll lead with vision, support an experienced team, and ensure our children receive the very best start in life. You’ll champion outstanding practice, drive quality, and create an environment where both children and staff thrive. What We’re Looking For: ✔ Level 3 or above Early Years qualification ✔ Proven management or senior leadership experience in an early years setting ✔ Strong understanding of the EYFS and safeguarding ✔ Ability to lead with confidence, empathy, and positivity ✔ Full-time role – minimum 40 hours per week ✔ Passion for building strong relationships with children, families, and staff If you're ready to make an impact and lead with heart during this maternity cover period, we’d love to hear from you.   Benefits...

Excellent opportunity for a hardworking Early Years Nursery Practitioner in Hillingdon - permanent position to start ASAP at this warm and welcoming nursery.    With career development and progression opportunities, including Room Lead roles, this is a great place to work for any Nursery Practitioner looking to take the next steps in their early years career!     Benefits include:  Further training and qualifications, funded by the nursery  28 days holiday, plus extra for each year of service and your birthday off  Free staff parking  Supportive management  Focus on wellbeing  Staff discount on childcare  Bonuses throughout the year  Regular pay rises  Sociable team - with regular team building activities and social events  This is a full time and permanent role to work Monday-Friday, and as an Early Years Nursery Practitioner it is essential that you hold a relevant Level 3/equivalent (or higher) qualification in Early Years or Childcare and have experience...

At Caring Kindergartens, children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are currently looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a fairy godmother one day to firefighter the next, no two days are ever the same.  For this role, you will need a Level 3 qualification in childcare, be dedicated to your career progression and have the understanding that all children are unique and how their achievements should be celebrated whilst they are made to feel cherished and well cared for. Duties To lead a team and act as key worker for a group of children –observing, recording and assessing their progress and development through the use of observations supported with photographic evidence; To develop high quality interactions with children, to build on and extend their thinking and learning; To plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of play experiences that promotes children’s physical, intellectual and emotional development;...

At Caring Kindergartens, children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are currently looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a fairy godmother one day to firefighter the next, no two days are ever the same.  For this role, you will need a Level 3 qualification in childcare, be dedicated to your career progression and have the understanding that all children are unique and how their achievements should be celebrated whilst they are made to feel cherished and well cared for. Duties To lead a team and act as key worker for a group of children –observing, recording and assessing their progress and development through the use of observations supported with photographic evidence; To develop high quality interactions with children, to build on and extend their thinking and learning; To plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of play experiences that promotes children’s physical, intellectual and emotional development;...

Senior Nursery Practitioner  Shooting Stars Nursery – Wolverhampton, WV3 9DU £14.60 per hour | Full‑time (40 hours per week) Take the Next Step This Summer in Your Early Years Career Are you an experienced Level 3 Early Years Practitioner ready to take on more responsibility? As we move into the summer term, Shooting Stars Nursery Wolverhampton is looking for a confident and committed Senior Nursery Practitioner to work closely with our Room Leader, supporting high‑quality practice, mentoring colleagues and helping shape an outstanding Early Years experience for children and families. This role is ideal if you’re secure in the EYFS, passionate about child‑centred care and ready to develop your leadership skills in a supportive, well‑resourced nursery, without stepping away from the day‑to‑day joy of working with children. Your Role as Senior Nursery Practitioner You’ll play a key role in maintaining consistently high standards within the room,...

Looking to further your Early Years Career? Look no further! We are currently looking for a Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner to start ASAP at this lovely nursery in Acton, West London. This is a permanent role to work full time, Monday-Friday, and as an Early Years Practitioner you will be supported by a management team who truly cares about every member of staff, with a real focus on staff wellbeing. Benefits also include career progression, fully funded further training, team social events, discounted childcare, and a competitive salary with regular pay rises. As an Early Years Practitioner you will be a key worker, observing your key children's progress and development and planning next steps. You will plan and lead activities and supervise learning through play, and it is important that you have strong communication skills as you will liaise with parents and carers to discuss their child's progress. It is essential that you hold at least a Level 3 qualification...

Excellent opportunity for a hardworking Early Years Nursery Practitioner in Woolwich - permanent position to start ASAP at this warm and welcoming nursery.    With career development and progression opportunities, including Room Lead roles, this is a great place to work for any Nursery Practitioner looking to take the next steps in their early years career!     Benefits include:  Further training and qualifications, funded by the nursery  28 days holiday, plus extra for each year of service and your birthday off  Cycle to work scheme Supportive management  Focus on wellbeing  Staff discount on childcare  Bonuses throughout the year  Regular pay rises  Sociable team - with regular team building activities and social events  This is a full time and permanent role to work Monday-Friday, and as an Early Years Nursery Practitioner it is essential that you hold a relevant Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years or Childcare and have...

A wonderful and welcoming nursery in Woodford is now looking for a passionate and caring Early Years Educator who holds a Level 3 (minimum) qualification in Early Years to join the team!    This nursery is a great place for any Early Years Educator looking to further their early years career, with ongoing training provided throughout the year, and is a lovely setting with bright and well-equipped rooms that each open out onto their own garden for extended learning and play. There are also regular days out to local parks and farms!    Working as an Early Years Educator is very rewarding - you are making a difference to children's lives and early development, and you will see how they grow whilst in your care and preparing them for the next stage of their education. This is a lovely nursery that prioritises children's individual and specific needs through a tailored curriculum that enables every child to progress towards the Early Learning Goals.    This nursery offers many...

Early Years Lead Practitioner Acorn Early Years – Jubilee Wood Nursery, Milton Keynes Full time | Monday–Friday | 8 hours per day Acorn Early Years is seeking an experienced, motivated and passionate Early Years Lead Practitioner to join our team at Jubilee Wood Acorn Nursery . This is a full‑time, permanent role , ideal for a confident Level 3 practitioner who is ready to take on increased responsibility, support their team and continue developing their leadership skills while remaining hands‑on in practice. About the Role As an Early Years Lead Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting the day‑to‑day running of your room, role modelling high‑quality early years practice and mentoring colleagues. Working closely with the Senior Practitioner and Deputy Manager, you will help drive quality, consistency and positive outcomes for children, families and staff. This role provides a strong foundation for progression into senior leadership within...

Join an Exceptional Nursery Provision as a Lead Practitioner Are you a calm, skilled and knowledgeable practitioner who is passionate about child development and ready to take the next step in your early years career? Do you lead with intention and consistency, creating meaningful, inspirational experiences that ensure children are truly “life ready”? At La Maternelle Family Childcare, we are looking for a Lead Practitioner to join our team in our Rainbow Room. This is a key role where you will work closely alongside the Room Manager, supporting the day-to-day running of the room and helping to maintain high-quality, consistent practice. The Role As a Lead Practitioner, you will: Support the Room Manager in the day-to-day organisation of the Baby Room Work collaboratively to ensure practice is calm, consistent and of the highest quality Model and promote a skilled, intentional approach to childcare within the team Support and guide colleagues, helping to...

🌟 Take the Lead in a New Adventure!  🌟 Pre-School Room Lead | Level 3+ Qualified Are you a kind, caring, and inspirational educator ready to lead with confidence and heart? At Naturally Learning, there is an opportunity for you to be a Room Lead in our Explorers Room. We are looking for a passionate Educator ready to be a Room Lead to guide a space where children thrive and teams grow.  In this role, you will: Deliver inspiring care and education to our children Lead with the day-to-day running and ensure continuity of provision Be a role model for children and colleagues alike Help create a joyful, supportive team environment Communicate professionally with families, teams, and external partners Ensure a positive, high-standard environment for all Stay organised and meet deadlines with ease Champion best practice and uphold nursery policies Complete key admin tasks Speak up—celebrate great practice or raise concerns...

Recruiting for a Lead Teacher at BLS Barnet!     Full Time- 40 hours per week Flexible shifts between 8:00-18:00 Monday-Friday. 50 weeks per year (Not term time) Up to £39,160 per annum.  Dependent on qualifications, experience and including performance related bonus.   We have an exciting opportunity for an   Early Years Teacher   at our   Barnet branch . This is a team-based role within our   Pre-school room , working closely with the   Room Leader and a wider team of 5 dedicated educators.   You will be based in a classroom of up to   32 children (ratio 1:8)   and will play a key part in the day-to-day life of the room from   teaching, supporting routines and working alongside colleagues to deliver high-quality practice. Bright Little Stars Benefits Package: A competitive salary reviewed annually Generous Annual Leave – 29 days plus 3 days Xmas holiday days  and 2 full weeks in the summer holidays- August! ‘All hands-on deck’ –...

We are looking for a hardworking and caring Early Years Practitioner with at least a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare to join the friendly team at this nursery in New Malden! This is a permanent role to work full time as an Early Years Practitioner within a setting that was specifically designed to meet children's needs and has a capacity of up to 40 children. There is a sensory space in the garden used for small groups of key children, and there are regular visits to local parks, library visits and the local high street, making every day different and fun! As an Early Years Practitioner you will be a key person, and one of your responsibilities will be to carry out observations and track and assess your key children's progress, planning next steps based on where they're at. You will also lead activities and encourage child led play, and lead story time and circle time sessions. Benefits of working at this nursery include: Fully funded further training...

**Job opportunity for an Early Years Practitioner in Harrow**            This diverse and vibrant nursery in Harrow has a new opportunity for a qualified Early Years Practitioner to start a new role to start ASAP!       Working full time Monday-Friday in a permanent role, it is essential for you to hold a relevant qualification in Childcare or Early Years, and as a qualified Early Years Practitioner you should have prior experience working with young children within a nursery or a childcare setting.         Located in Harrow, there are plenty of public transport links including bus routes and tubes, as well as access to parking, making it an ideal location. The nursery has its own enclosed garden play area, a sensory room and a dedicated library!       As an Early Years Practitioner you will be supported by a friendly and caring management team who really value every member of staff, shown through bonuses paid throughout the year and the encouragement and support they provide for...

**Great opportunity for an Early Years Educator in NW London**       A welcoming and bright nursery in Hampstead has a new opportunity for an Early Years Educator to start a new role with an immediate start!           Located in Hampstead, there are plenty of public transport links including bus routes and tubes, as well as the nursery offering a cycle to work scheme, making it an ideal location. The nursery has its own enclosed garden play area with areas for extended outdoor learning, and inside there are subject specific stations and a sensory room.        As an Early Years Educator you will be supported by a friendly and caring management team who value every member of staff, shown through bonuses paid throughout the year and the encouragement and support they provide for development and growth within your career. There are plenty of opportunities for career development and access to further training.       Working full time Monday-Friday in a permanent role, it is essential...

We are looking for a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join the team at this welcoming and diverse nursery in Battersea, with an ASAP start!    If you're looking to further your early years career, this is a great place to work - with further training funded by the nursery, and plenty of opportunities for career progression (to roles such as Room Lead), as an Early Years Practitioner you will grow and learn every day.    This nursery also offers excellent benefits, which include:  Bonuses paid throughout the year Great holiday scheme, with an extra day added for each year of service Focus on staff wellbeing Career development Team building and social events Cycle to work scheme Regular pay rises and a competitive salary Free lunches Discounted childcare Good knowledge of EYFS and the Early Years Framework is important as you will be following this when you plan and lead activities, supporting early reading and early maths skills development....

Early Years Educator - ASAP Start     Are you an Early Years Educator looking to further your career in a nursery that offers fully funded training and qualifications? This nursery in Wimbledon is looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join the team as a permanent member of staff, starting ASAP!    This is a wonderful nursery with a supportive management team who have a real focus on staff wellbeing. Benefits of working here include: Bonuses throughout the year 28 days of holiday, plus extra for each year of service Pension scheme Regular pay rises Staff discount Free parking Free lunches Team events Cycle to work scheme There are excellent career development opportunities, and as an Early Years Educator you will have the chance to progress to other roles such as Room Lead. Previous experience working in a nursery and a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare are essential for this role. Salary would be from £24k-£28k per annum....

🌟 Take the Lead in a New Adventure!  🌟 Naturally Learning | Level 3+ Qualified Are you a kind, caring, and inspirational educator ready to lead with confidence and heart? At Naturally Learning, there is an opportunity for you to be a Room Lead in our Explorers Room. We are looking for a passionate Educator ready to be a Room Lead to guide a space where children thrive and teams grow.  In this role, you will: Deliver inspiring care and education to our children Lead with the day-to-day running and ensure continuity of provision Be a role model for children and colleagues alike Help create a joyful, supportive team environment Communicate professionally with families, teams, and external partners Ensure a positive, high-standard environment for all Stay organised and meet deadlines with ease Champion best practice and uphold nursery policies Complete key admin tasks Speak up—celebrate great practice or raise concerns...